Greensleeves Care

Whitegates Care Home

Residential care home in Hastings, East Sussex

Operated by Greensleeves Care

CQC Good24 bedsResidentialRespite
NeighbourhoodHigh Retirement CommunityCultural HubWell Served
What do these badges mean?
  • High Retirement Community — An above-average share of residents are aged 65 and over (ONS Census) — often a sign of established later-life communities and services.
  • Cultural Hub — An excellent range of libraries, museums, galleries, theatres and community venues within easy reach (OpenStreetMap).
  • Well Served — Excellent everyday amenities nearby — shops, supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, post offices, cafés and places to eat (OpenStreetMap).
AddressWestfield Ln, Hastings, Westfield, Hastings TN35 4SB, UK
Beds24
Weekly feefrom £1,610 · 2026
En-suite88%
Opened1988
All-inclusiveNo

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About

Whitegates Care Home is a residential and respite care provider in Hastings, East Sussex, offering accommodation for older adults. The home has 24 registered beds and is run by Greensleeves Care. It was rated Good by the Care Quality Commission across all key areas: Safe, Effective, Caring, Responsive and Well-led.

The home delivers person-centred care with attention to residents' physical, mental and emotional needs, supporting independence and dignity. Whitegates is family-run, with a member of the family present on site regularly.

Care provided

Residential
Respite

Facilities

Activity Room
Dining Area
Gardens
Hair & Beauty Salon
Lift
Quiet Area
Wifi

Activities

Arts & Crafts
Baking & Cooking
Beer, Cocktails & Wine
Birthday & Holiday Celebrations
Book and Poetry
Dance & Music
Exercise & Fitness
Gardening & Flower Arranging
Hair & Beauty Treatments
Visits from Children

Food hygiene rating

Very good

Food Standards Agency · inspected November 2025

What's nearby

GP surgery2.0 miles
A&E: Conquest Hospital1.3 miles
Bus stop100 m
Train station2.4 miles
Shops150 m
Pub or bar800 m
  • Set back from main road noise

Straight-line distances. Road and rail noise from government strategic noise mapping (modelled, not measured). A&E departments from the NHS website.

What’s in the area

Outdoor Spaces

  • AllotmentsLimited
  • Play SpaceLimited
  • Golf CourseSparse
  • Public ParkLimited
  • Tennis CourtSparse
  • Bowling GreenAdequate
  • Playing FieldLimited

Local Amenities

  • Pubs & BarsLimited
  • Restaurants & CafesLimited
  • Retail ShoppingLimited
  • SupermarketsLimited
  • TakeawaysLimited

Local crime statistics

685 recorded crimes in the local area (April 2026)

Top categories:

Anti-social behaviour24%
Violent crime22%
Shoplifting14%
Criminal damage & arson8%

Source: data.police.uk · within 1 mile

Fees and funding

Care typeWeekly feeSource
Residential carefrom £1,610
Published by the home, captured 2026
Published by the home, captured 2026
Respite (short stay)Fees on request—
Funding accepted
Not stated

East Sussex usually pays £929 a week for residential care; families typically top up about £681 a week.

Fees depend on the room and the care needed, so ask the home for a written quote. Check who pays with the funding calculator, or see what East Sussex council pays.

Care fee trajectory

Indicative weekly fee by year, against what East Sussex pays care homes.
YearThis home (per week)Council rate (per week)
2024—£893
2025—£929
2026£1,610—

What East Sussex council pays care homes, and whether it will help with fees

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Local health safety net

Whitegates Care Home is backed by a local NHS health network. The nearest A&E is Conquest Hospital, 1.3 miles away. The local GP practice is HIGH GLADES MEDICAL CENTRE, 2 miles away, rated ‘Good’ by the CQC.

Nearest hospital · A&E
Conquest Hospital · 1.3 mi
Nearest GP · CQC Good
HIGH GLADES MEDICAL CENTRE · 2 mi

Nearest services from NHS ODS + postcodes.io + CQC, by straight-line distance.

Community & connection in Hastings

Local clubs, charities and support groups that help older residents stay active and connected.

Charity

Ecr Foundation

Provides Day Care Service for the elderly in Hastings and Rye.Operates a Food Pantry in Hastings to support people in food poverty.Provides English lessons to refugees in Hasting and…

0.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1212954)
Charity

Association of Carers

Supporting unpaid Carers in East Sussex to continue in their caring role by providing FREE, high-quality, volunteer-led services that encourage independence and reduce isolation. Services include…

1.5 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1159551)
Charity

Battle Area Community Transport

Provides regular bus services for the elderly, disabled and residents in rural Rother communities.

4.2 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1071961)
Charity

Bexhill Senior Citizens Club

The Club provides a safe, warm and comfortable place for our Senior Citizens to meet, socialise and take part in physical and sedentary activities. The aim is to alleviate loneliness and isolation…

4.4 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1209422)
Charity

Music for the Memory

Music for the Memory uses singing to bring together local people from all walks of life with any form of mild to moderate dementia together with their carers in a friendly and fun activity.

5.6 miles away · Source: Charity Commission (1178578)

Frequently asked questions

What is the location of Whitegates?
Whitegates is based in Hastings and is conveniently near to many local facilities.
How does the CQC evaluate Whitegates?
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) is the regulatory body for health and social care services in England. Whitegates has received a good rating, reflecting the standard of care and safety provided by the home.
What kinds of senior care does Whitegates provide?
This home offers various forms of senior care such as respite and residential.
What is the bed capacity at Whitegates?
At present, the home can accommodate 24 individuals.
Who is the proprietor of Whitegates?
Greensleeves Care is the entity that owns and manages this care home.
What sort of events and activities can one participate in at this care home?
Whitegates offers a diverse range of health and wellness activities such as: Culinary Arts & Baking, Music & Dance, and Horticulture & Floral Design.
How much does care at Whitegates cost?
The cost of care at Whitegates can differ based on the specific elderly care needs. The starting price for care is £1,610 per week.

For a more accurate estimate tailored to your individual requirements, it is recommended to contact the home directly at 01424 233634.

Part of Greensleeves Care

Whitegates Care Home is one of 30 homes run by Greensleeves Care on AskBart. See how the group's homes are rated and where it operates.

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Information last reviewed October 2026.

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